British Red Cross
Support Worker - 493987
Support Worker - 493987 at British Red Cross, based in South Ayrshire. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- South Ayrshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Support Worker
Reference 02953175-1
About the role
Are you passionate about helping people live independently in their own homes? Do you thrive in fast-paced, person-centred environments? As a Support Worker, you'll be at the heart of our regulated service, responding to referrals from health professionals and providing practical and emotional support to vulnerable adults. You'll help prevent hospital re-admissions and promote wellbeing by enabling individuals to regain confidence and independence. Could you be the person who brings kindness and stability when it's needed most? What will a day in the life of a Support Worker involve?
- Visiting service users in their homes to assess needs and create tailored support plans.
- Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Liaising with health, housing, and social care professionals to ensure consistent support.
- Carrying out welfare checks and helping individuals rebuild their independence.
- Experience supporting people with physical, sensory, or mental health needs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Knowledge of NHS and social care services, and how to access them.
- A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get:
- Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
- Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
- Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform..
- Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.
Together, we are the world's emergency responders
Reference: 02953175-1 · Posted 11 hours ago · Closes 25 Nov 2026 · Listed via British Red Cross
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